Comparison of Eplerenone and Spironolactone in Treatment of Patients with Congestive Heart Failure Visiting a Tertiary Hospital in North India
Journal Title: Journal of Advanced Research in Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a serious clinical condition, with not many established treatment options. Eplerenone (Inspra) is the second aldosterone antagonist commonly used (in preference to Spironolactone) for treatment of hypertension and CHF in the US. Literature for its effectiveness in India is lacking, hence the need for the present study. Methodology: The present cross-sectional, observational study was done among 100 adult patients (>20 years) (50 patients in each study group: Eplerenone and Spironolactone), diagnosed with chronic CHF and poor left ventricle function (ejection fraction <40%) unknown of their blood pressure status. Sociodemographic profile, clinical and laboratory status was evaluated which included blood pressure measurements, lipid profile, kidney function tests, and other vitals. Assessment of parameters was done after 8 weeks of treatment. Results: Systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure and CK levels showed a significant change over the study duration, with Eplerenone producing a better result than Spironolactone (p<0.05). Remaining parameters showed a non-significant difference. Conclusion: Eplerenone group proved to be associated with a better outcome in hypertension and cardiovascular parameters; however, due to limitations in sample selection, more research is warranted.
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Dr. Abhishek Walia
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